The Nikkei 225 fell in Tokyo trading on the 22nd, with the morning close down ¥703 from the previous day at ¥63,917. Meta's U.S. earnings, which drew market attention, were positive in terms of the figures themselves, with revenue exceeding expectations, but the company indicated that massive AI investment could worsen its financial position, restraining buying in AI-related stocks.
The Nikkei opened higher at times after initially edging lower in morning trading, but ultimately closed down ¥703 from the previous day at ¥63,917. The market as a whole showed a reaction against the bullish stance seen through the previous day, and short-term trading was unstable.
Meta's U.S. earnings, which attracted attention, were strong, with revenue exceeding market expectations. However, views spread that massive AI investment could adversely affect its finances, becoming a factor restraining buying in AI-related stocks. Buying in AI and semiconductor stocks, which had drawn attention on the 21st, was reported to have lost momentum in some areas.
The market temporarily rebounded slightly after the open, but selling pressure strengthened again following developments at Meta. The Nikkei's gains were limited, and weak trading was evident throughout the day.